UFC co-founder Rorion Gracie speaks out against UFC violence

Rorion Gracie, co-founder of the UFC, announced he will not watch the upcoming UFC event at the White House on June 14. Gracie expresses concern over what he describes as 'unnecessary violence' in modern UFC fights. He acknowledges the skills of current fighters but believes the sport has strayed from its original intent. Gracie, a Grand Master of jiu-jitsu, emphasizes the importance of humane techniques in martial arts, contrasting them with the current UFC format that focuses on timed rounds and increased aggression. He sold his share of the UFC in 1995 yet retains a sense of connection to the organization and its evolution under new ownership since 2001.

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